It’s time to head away from the age-old belief of “An Apple A Day, Keeps Doctor Away”, as researchers have come up with something more powerful than apples. Onions were considered as a natural relief to many health disorders related to respiration and digestion from the very ancient times. Even we have read about our ancient Olympic athletes, who used to drink onion juice and rub them on their bodies to increase their performance.
But recent research and studies have opened a whole new path for us. Thiosulfinates, the compounds of sulphur found in onions have the abilities to reduce symptoms of diabetes and fight against cardiovascular diseases as well. Moreover, Quercetin, which is considered to be a flavonoid found in onions also proved successfully in giving protection against stomach ulcers and cancers of breast, esophagus and colon. This flavonoid also prevents against any inflammation caused due to allergies.
Why onion is better than even apples when we have so many other fruits and vegetables containing flavonoids and Quercetin? Even tea is also a rich source of Quercetin. Well, as per the test results of the researches, the Federation of European Biochemical Societies has stated in its report that our body absorbs Quercetin at least three times faster from onions than that from apples or tea. So, friends why not say, “An Onion A Day, Keeps The Doctor Away”.
Some Useful Tips
- Red and yellow onions contain more thiosulfinates, so try getting those.
- Try eating onions in raw form or very lightly cooked, as heat decreases the level of thiosulfinates.
- Make onion a regular part in your daily diet.
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